Program Overview
The Brighton and Sussex Medical School's BM BS program integrates academic knowledge with clinical experience from the first term, preparing students for further training as GPs or medical consultants. The program features modern facilities, dedicated teachers, and a range of IT and mobile learning resources. Students gain hands-on experience through ward-based attachments and close involvement with routine clinical cases, equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful medical career.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (BM BS) degree integrates the development of academic knowledge with clinical experience. You are then able to undertake further training to become a GP or a medical consultant.
Objectives:
- Integrate academic knowledge with clinical experience, preparing graduates for further postgraduate training as GPs or medical consultants
- Develop students' knowledge and key personal skills and attitudes necessary to pursue a successful medical career
Program Description:
This five-year BM BS degree program, awarded jointly by the Universities of Brighton and Sussex, offers a modern and innovative approach to medical education. You'll benefit from:
- Purpose-built, modern facilities including:
- Anatomy and clinical science laboratories
- Simulated consultation rooms
- Libraries
- Computer suites
- State-of-the-art lecture theatres
- Enthusiastic and dedicated teachers providing feedback and ongoing support
- Range of IT and mobile learning resources:
- e-portfolios
- Smartphone apps
Other:
- Full-time program duration: 5 years
- Location: Falmer and the University of Sussex
- UCAS code: A100
Outline:
Year 1 and Year 2:
Theme:
Introduction to clinical assessment
Year 1 Modules:
- Clinical and Community Practice 1
- Foundations of Health and Disease
- Heart, Lungs, and Blood
- Nutrition, Metabolism, and Excretion
- Personal and Professional Development
- Year 1 Knowledge Test
Year 2 Modules:
- Clinical and Community Practice 2
- Neuroscience and Behaviour
- Reproduction and Endocrinology
- Musculoskeletal and Immune System
- Personal and Professional Development
Year 3:
Theme:
Learning in increasing depth in core and general specialties
Activities:
- Ward-based attachments including acute medicine, general medicine and cardiology; elderly medicine and psychiatry; perioperative care; A&E general and vascular surgery
- Weekly teaching sessions:
- Scientific Basis of Medicine
- Individual Research Project preparation
- Further experience in safe prescribing of drugs
- Time for Dementia continues
- Time for Autism begins
- Regular meetings with tutor to support personal and professional development
Assessment:
- Year 3 Knowledge Test
- Year 3 OSCE
Teaching:
- Close involvement with routine clinical cases
- Acting as a member of the clinical team in:
- Medicine
- Emergency medicine
- Elderly medicine
- Surgery
- General practice
- Psychiatry
Careers:
Overview:
The degree equips you with the knowledge, clinical skills, and attitudes to complete your foundation training successfully and qualify for registration with the GMC. You are then able to undertake the postgraduate training to become a GP or a medical consultant in a clinical speciality.
Examples of potential career paths:
- General Practitioner (GP)
- Medical Consultant in a clinical specialty
Other:
Fees and Costs:
- UK (full-time) 9,250 GBP
- Channel Island students (full-time) 9,250 GBP
- International (full-time) 44,500 GBP
Additional Learning Costs:
- Purchase of a stethoscope (~£50)
- Costs for travel, parking, etc. when on regional attachments
- Travel, accommodation and living expenses for the fifth-year clinical elective
Support and Wellbeing:
- Personal academic tutor, course leader, other tutors
- Brighton Student Skills Hub
- Sport and fitness facilities across all campuses
Sport at Brighton:
- Sport and fitness facilities across all campuses
- Opportunities to play for fun, fitness, or competition
- Sports scholarship scheme for elite athletes
Conclusion:
The Brighton and Sussex Medical School BM BS program offers a well-rounded and comprehensive medical education, combining academic knowledge with practical experience. Students are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to become successful healthcare professionals and embark on fulfilling
UK (full-time) 9,250 GBP Channel Island students (full-time) 9,250 GBP International (full-time) 44,500 GBP
